Wild: Cody McCormick settling in with his new team

Cody McCormick recorded one goal and four assists in 29 games with Buffalo before being traded to the Wild. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Cody McCormick may still have to use a GPS to get to Xcel Energy Center, but the fourth-line winger said he's getting more comfortable with his new teammates and the Twin Cities.

McCormick's family moved into a hotel with him after he was traded to the Wild a week ago.

But as he gets more comfortable, teammates are increasingly impressed with the offense that McCormick, known as a physical grinder, has brought.

"I didn't know too much about Cody when he first came in," linemate Erik Haula said. "I just knew that he liked to throw 'em down here and there, and I think that's awesome. I love guys like that and I appreciate what they do, but I've learned in a couple games with him that there's more than just that aspect. I enjoy playing with him."

McCormick was set for his third straight game Tuesday night. There's thought to playing Justin Fontaine on the fourth line instead of McCormick, but for now it's McCormick's spot in the lineup.

McCormick recorded one goal and four assists in 29 games with Buffalo before being traded to Minnesota.

"Cody has done a really good job on the penalty kill," coach Mike Yeo said. "And he's shown me something with his puck strength in the offensive zone."